Course information
English Language
The Holy Cross School - Kingston upon Thames
02083954225
25 Sandal Road, New Malden, KT3 5AR
Course summary

This course allows students to continue their concurrent studies of English Language and Literature to an advanced level. Students will study one collection of fifteen poems from poets such as Seamus Heaney and William Blake. They will also study a collection of non-fiction extracts from a range of forms and contexts, as well as a play and a modern text. In addition to their literary studies, students will develop their own writing skills; they will produce creative tasks with supporting reflective commentaries, exploring their own intentions and methodology. Students will develop a detailed knowledge and understanding of language, linguistics and literature at an advanced level.

Entry requirements

Candidates must have both Maths and English Language or English Literature GCSE at Grade 5 or above, and also fulfil the entry criteria for their chosen subject courses: GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature at Grade 5 or above.

How you'll be assessed

This course is assessed through a coursework unit (20%) and three terminal examinations (80%).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityKingston upon Thames
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeGirls
Address25 Sandal Road, New Malden, KT3 5AR